Kate Middleton Cancer: Professor Karol Sikora Explains Diagnosis And Next Steps

Professor Karol Sikora, an oncologist and former director of the World Health Organization Cancer Program, discusses the challenges and advancements in cancer care. With one in two people facing a cancer diagnosis, the need for personalized treatments and improved diagnosis times is crucial. Professor Sikora shared insights on the evolving therapies and the importance of a holistic approach to cancer treatment.

What has the princess announced?

Kate has revealed she is in the early stages of a course of preventative chemotherapy.

Tests at the time of her abdominal surgery on January 16 showed her condition was non-cancerous, but post-operative tests found cancer had been present.

She said the surgery was successful and she took time to recover from the major operation in order to start the treatment.

What type of cancer was found?

It has not been disclosed. Kensington Palace said no further medical information will be shared, and that Kate has a right to medical privacy just like everyone else.

When did the princess find out about the cancer?

Once post-operative tests had been completed and results reviewed, but an exact date has not be released.

What treatment is Kate having?

The princess is now on a recovery pathway having commenced a course of preventative chemotherapy.

What is the princess’ prognosis?

Kensington Palace are not commenting on this.

But Kate said in her message: “It has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be ok.

“As I have said to them; I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal; in my mind, body and spirits.”

When did she start treatment?

Kate began a course of preventative chemotherapy in late February.

How long will the chemotherapy last?

This is understood to be subject to medical advice.

Kensington Palace is not commenting on the length of the course, or how often she is having treatment or where.

Was news of the cancer the reason the Prince of Wales pulled out of the memorial service for King Constantine of Greece on February 27?

Yes. At the time, Kensington Palace said it was due to a “personal matter” but gave no further details.

It is understood this was the reason William missed his late godfather’s service at short notice.

Why is Kensington Palace only sharing the news now?

The Palace said: “The princess wanted to share this information when she and the prince felt it was right for them as a family.”.

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[magdalenakalmanova]

Why does the doctor and the media need to comment on IT! Shut Up, shut Up! Now You will talk about it every day??? Leave her

[Christine-wzfy]

My friend's husband recently died of cancer . He was treated privately . My husband had cancer and survived . He had state care but it dosent matter which, it is how early it is caught and what type it is . Wishing the King and Princess Catherine a full recovery and everybody else out there who has cancer.

[louisech]

Stop this. leave Catherine, the Princess of Wales, alone so she can heal !! No more speculation. She told us what she has. No need to go any further. Let her be !

[janest.]

No more of this. Stop! She need space and privacy. Just shut up.

[Jackkyll]

Learn your lesson for God's sake and leave her alone. You have nothing more to say than Catherine has said. You're just trying to milk it for £££

[isayit]

What happened to bl**** privacy & confidentiality- the media had no right to force Kate to come out and reveal her diagnosis 😡🤬

[salmahaaiiss]

NO MORE
ENOUGH IS ENOUGH
We wish Catherine All the Best and wishing her a speedy recovery
God bless her and ❤ ones too
❤ UK

[cillamurfin]

Princess Catherine is a survivor. She has such a strong positive spirit! Now maybe the public ( and Megan and Harry ), will leave the the Wales family to carry on with the business of living their best lives. Have always admired Princess Catherine and perhaps people will give her the respect she deserves. Be well soon, Princess.🇿🇦🇿🇦🌹🌹

[KayElaine-zdez]

Where's Nikola? She should be there adding to your mean comments. Leave Catherine The Princess of Wales ALONE!!!!

[crissy]

Her name is Catherine The Princess of Wales!!

[angelamoreno]

I’m the same age as Princess Diana. I grew up admiring her, loved her and cried for her loss immensely! This hysteria and fixation with Cathrine, princess of Wales, brings everything back, when Princess Diana was chased, stocked and anything to see her, talk about her or just a glimpse of her. It’s like reliving those days again. May we have a different ending and see our beautiful and beloved princess happy, healthy for many many years to come. Let her rest and heal! Please! ❤

[ByHisGrace-]

No more discussion about Princess Catherine.

[Zombiegirl]

Her name is Princess Catherine, not Kate Middleton

[bonniefournier]

The world should have a day of prayer for her!!

[jeenamariamascarenhas]

The public have spoken. We request the press to stop milking it. We will be patient until she completes the chemo and recovers and gets back.

[bonniefournier]

Her attitude will take her far in this battle, i pray she does well and returns to a slower pace !!!

[andeisinegubov]

Omg people stop.it’s difficult for everyone who gets news that they have cancer.everyone needs to have time and privacy

[AJ-hifd]

From my own experience I just prayed I’d see all of my children into adulthood, thereafter I could accept my fate.
Thankfully I’m still alive and feel well and my youngest is 19 🙏
As I move forward I accept I cannot live forever, that’s impossible, but I do want quality of life rather than quantity, and my treatment choice will allow for quality.

[margaretcunningham]

With all the money that has gone into cancer research over the years, shouldn't it be further forward than we are now? Now, it takes 2 - 3 weeks to see a GP, so that delay is part of the problem! I am sure the treatment itself is very good!

[ellaycat]

Really great, informative segment, thank you David & Professor Karol. As a current cancer warrior myself, I really hope millions of people listen to this as it is such an eye opener on the whole subject.
I am having adjuvant (preventative) treatment following chemo, surgery, & around the radiation I start in a few days.
In just 6.19 minutes, listeners can understand the vastness of cancers, the state of the individual, the help or hindrance of the medical system, & the solutions to each. Excellent!! 👏👏🇦🇺💞🇬🇧💜